ACUITE A- Stable1.10x coverGroup CAR 37.34%391 branches
A-/ StableApr 2026Rating rationale summary
ACUITE A-/Stable reflects Arman Group's established presence, strong capitalisation and improved leverage, offset by MFI asset-quality and profitability pressure.
Summary points
- PAT fell to INR 52.07 Cr in FY25.
- GNPA rose to 3.45% in Q1FY26.
- Group CAR stood at 37.34% with Tier I at 36.59%.
- Liquidity position is assessed as adequate.
Rating history timeline
Dec 2025Prior outstanding NCDs in KID show A-/Stable on multiple facilities.
Apr 2026Acuite reaffirmed A-/Stable on Rs.810 Cr bank facilities.
Outlook implications
Stable outlook assumes the group restores profitability, manages MFI delinquencies and maintains capital buffers while operating through sector stress.
Implications for investors
- The A-/Stable rating supports timely servicing but is not a guarantee of payment.
- 1.10x receivables security adds structural protection, subject to eligible-asset maintenance.
- Profitability, PAR movement, write-offs and covenant compliance should be tracked closely.
Watch for: GNPA/NNPA movement, PAR>30/PAR>90, credit costs, write-offs, positive PBT covenant and group gearing.Rating Drivers
Arman Group active since 1992
Group CAR 37.34%
Gearing moderated to 1.41x
Approx. 50% AUM covered
PAT dropped sharply in FY25
GNPA 3.45% in Q1FY26